
Current Openings
Listed below are current openings as of February 24, 2010.
To apply for a position or for more information, please click on "How to Apply" or call the Human Resources Department of Little Friends at (630) 355-6533.
NOTE: There is no specific time frame in which you should expect a response. Due to the volume of applications, resumes and phone calls received only those applicants who meet the qualifications we are seeking will be contacted.
Administration
No Current Openings
Krejci Academy
Teacher ~ Available in Fall 2010
ID# 43060201
Work Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4pm
Hours per week: 37.5
Location: Naperville
Description: Develop and implement programs for a classroom that addresses the needs and Individual Educational Plan (IEPs) goals of assigned students, maintain classroom files, supervise assistant teachers and 1-1 aides, establish and maintain communication with parents when appropriates.
Requirements: LBS 1 Teaching certification. Prefer experience working with students with autism.
One to One Aide
ID# 43060301
Work Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-2:30pm
Hours per week: 30
Location: Naperville
Description: Responsible for providing support and assistance to the classroom teacher in implementing the therapeutic treatment program for an assigned student.
Requirements: High school diploma or GED required. One to two years of college, experience or specialized training in the field of autism or special education preferred.
The Bridge
Occupational Therapist Consultant
ID# 43350510
Work Days/Times: Flexible day hours
Hours per week: 5-6 hours per month
Location: Downers Grove
Description: Provided consultative OT services for high school students in an alternative school setting.
Requirements: Licensed Occupational Therapist. Prefer experience working with students with autism.
The Mansion
No Current Openings
Life Skills Training Center for Children with Autism
Saturday AM Program Assistant
ID# 43150502
Work Days/Times: Saturday, 6am-10am
Hours per week: 4
Location: Glen Ellyn
Description: Provides directionand supervision to children to insure compliance with goals as outlined in current Individual Support Plan (ISP). Duties include meal preparation and overall house clean up.
Requirements: High school diploma or GED required. Must be at least 21 years of age per DCFS regulations. Previous experience with children with challenges preferred. Female staff preferred.
Cary Children's Center for Autism ~ Cary, Illinois
No Current Openings
Little Friends Center for Autism
Occupational Therapist ~ immediate positions available
ID# 52010211
Work Days/Times: Flexible day, afternoon and weekend hours
Hours per week: Part time, varied hours
Location: Naperville
Description: Unique center that does consulting, diagnostics and professional training. Environment has a large OT space for gross motor but also has a bedroom, bathroom and kitchen that are set up to teach functional skills during therapy. Individual and group therapy opportunities.
Requirements: OT license and experience working with children on the autism spectrum.
Speech Pathologist
ID# 52010212
Work Days/Times: Flexible day, afternoon and weekend hours
Hours per week: Part time, varied hours
Location: Naperville
Description: Unique center that does consulting, diagnostics and professional training. Environment has therapy rooms but also has a bedroom, bathroom and kitchen that are set up to teach functional skills during therapy. Individual and group therapy opportunities.
Requirements: Licensed Speech Pathologist and experience working with children on the autism spectrum.
Spectrum Vocational Services
Developmental Trainer ~ 2 positions available
ID# 02-10-D111
Work Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm
Hours per week: 40 hpw
Location: Downers Grove
Description: Ensure the safety of assigned clients throughout work day. Supervise completion of work assigned to unit and conduct group training and informational activities during down time. Develop and implement Individual Support Plans (ISP) with each client relating to work skills training. Can be possibly combined with a van driver position.
Requirements: High school diploma/GED required. Some college a plus. 1 year experience with DD population preferred. If combining position with a van driver ~ PACE requirements applicable.
One to One Aide
ID# 02-10-D109
Work Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:00pm
Hours per week: 30 hpw
Location: Downers Grove
Description: Responsible for providing support and assistance to the trainer/floor supervisor in implementing the programmatic activities for an assigned adult client. Can be possibly combined with a van driver position.
Requirements: High school diploma/GED required. If combining position with a van driver ~ PACE requirements applicable.
Temporary One to One Aide ~ 2 positions available
ID# 02-10-temp 503/504
Work Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:00pm Until June 7, 2010
Hours per week: 30 hpw
Location: Downers Grove
Description: Responsible for providing support and assistance to the trainer/floor supervisor in implementing the programmatic activities for an assigned adult client. Can be possibly combined with a van driver position.
Requirements: High school diploma/GED required.
Substitute Van Driver
ID# 02-11-Subs
Work Days/Times: Mon-Fri 7:00am-8:45am & 2:45pm-4:45pm
Hours per week: 10-20
Location: Downers Grove
Description: Responsible for providing transportation needs of clients to and from the workshop, will substitute on various routes, AM.PM or both.
Requirements: High school diploma/GED. Valid IL drivers license,
Colorburst
No Current Openings
Health Services
Health Services Support Worker
ID# 03-24-T105
Work Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
Hours per week: 40 Description: Assist residents in securing medical and dental services as well as provide transportation for residents to medical provider's offices scattered sites throughout the Western Suburbs.
Requirements: HS diploma/GED required. Minimum age 21 with valid IL drivers license and able to transport clients in own vehicle required. Must be able to pass pre-employment basic education.
Housing & Community Supports
Community Support Specialist
Description: Primary Direct Care staff for assigned adult clients with the responsibility of ensuring that goals and objectives in the Individual Support Plan (ISP) are completed. Will also work with other Support Staff in the home to assist in the completion of day to day tasks with the clients.
Requirements: HS diploma/GED required, BA preferred. Minimum age 21 with valid IL drivers license and able to transport clients in own vehicle required. Must be able to pass pre-employment basic education.
Positions Available:
ID# 03-24-T118
Work Days/Times: Mon-Fri 2pm-10pm
Hours per week: 40
Location: Naperville - West Court
Full Time Float Support Staff
ID# 03-28-C160
Work Days/Times: Hours and days vary weekly
Hours per week: 37.5 Description: To provide natural supports, create opportunities for natural supports, provide training and counseling in areas of cooking, cleaning, budgeting, balancing checkbook, etc. and accessing community resources to adult individuals who receive Community Living services. Requirements: HS diploma/GED required. Minimum age 21 with valid IL drivers license and able to transport clients in own vehicle required. Must be able to pass pre-employment basic education.
Overnight Sleep Support Staff
Description: To teach and counsel adults in all aspects of independent living to include cooking, cleaning, budgeting, balancing checkbook, overnight support and accessing community living resources. Must be able to create opportunities for natural supports to individuals who receive Community Living services.
Requirements: HS diploma/GED required, minimum age 21 with valid IL drivers license, good driving record and ability to transport clients in own vehicle required. Must be able to pass pre-employment basic education testing.
Positions Available:
ID# 03-24-WCT3 AB
Work Days/Times: Tues & Thurs 5pm-9pm, Fri 10pm-Sat 4pm
Hours per week: 26
ID# 03-28-C151 AB
Work Days/Times: Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 10am-Mon 8am, Tue & Wed 4pm-9pm
Hours per week: 38
ID# 03-28-C162 AB
Work Days/Times: Sun 2pm-Mon 8am, Wed 4pm-9pm, Fri 2pm-10pm
Hours per week: 30
ID# 03-08-K115C AB
Work Days/Times: Sunday-Thursday 10pm-6am
Hours per week: 40
Overnight Awake Support Staff
Description: To teach and counsel adults in all aspects of independent living to include cooking, cleaning, budgeting, balancing checkbook, overnight support and accessing community living resources. Must be able to create opportunities for natural supports to individuals who receive Community Living services.
Requirements: HS diploma/GED required, minimum age 21 with valid IL drivers license, good driving record and ability to transport clients in own vehicle required. Must be able to pass pre-employment basic education testing.
Positions Available:
ID# 03-24-C185
Work Days/Times: Tues-Fri, 10pm-8am
Hours per week: 40
ID# 03-24-C181
Work Days/Times: Sat, Sun, Mon, Tues 10pm-8am
Hours per week: 40
Weekend Support Staff
Description: To teach and counsel adults in all aspects of independent living to include cooking, cleaning, budgeting, balancing checkbook, overnight support and accessing community living resources. Must be able to create opportunities for natural supports to individuals who receive Community Living services.
Requirements: HS diploma/GED required, minimum age 21 with valid IL drivers license, good driving record and ability to transport clients in own vehicle required. Must be able to pass pre-employment basic education testing.
Positions Available:
ID# 03-28-C136 AB
Work Days/Times: Fri 10pm - Sun 2pm
Hours per week: 40
ID# 03-28-C134 AB
Work Days/Times: Sat 4pm - Mon 8am
Hours per week: 40
Support Staff
Description: To provide and create opportunities for natural supports for adult clients. Provide training and assistance in all aspects of independent living and community integration, including accessing community resources to individuals who receive Community Living services.
Requirements: HS Diploma/GED, able to transport clients in own vehicle, must be at least 21 years of age, able to lift without restrictions.
Positions Available:
ID# 03-24-T143
Work Days/Times: Mon-Fri 4pm-8pm
Hours per week: 20
ID# 03-24-T130
Work Days/Times: Mon-Fri 4pm-10pm
Hours per week: 30
ID# 03-28-C148
Work Days/Times: Sun 2pm-10pm, Mon & Thurs 4pm-9pm, Tue & Wed 5pm-9pm
Hours per week: 26
ID# 03-24-C107
Work Days/Times: Sat & Sun 8am-4pm
Hours per week: 16
ID# 03-28-C171
Work Days/Times: Sat 11am-7pm & Sun 2pm-10 pm
Hours per week: 16
ID# 03-28-C117
Work Days/Times: Sat 11am-7pm & Sun 1pm-9pm
Hours per week: 16
ID# 03-24-F064
Work Days/Times: Sun 2pm-10pm, Tues Wed Thurs 4pm-8pm
Hours per week: 20
ID# 03-24-T135
Work Days/Times: Wed & Thurs. 4pm-8pm, Fri 3pm-9pm, Sat 9am-3pm
Hours per week: 20
ID# 03-08-K126L
Work Days/Times: Mon Tues Wed 4pm-8pm, Sat 2pm-10pm
Hours per week: 20
ID# 03-08-K120C
Work Days/Times: Tues, Wed & Thurs 4pm-8pm, Sun 2pm-10pm
Hours per week: 20
ID# 03-08-K138L
Work Days/Times: Sat and Sun 8am-4pm
Hours per week: 16
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